The cheapest and fastest trains from Penzance to Falmouth
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h
Average duration
1 h 15 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
33 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penzance to Falmouth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Penzance to Falmouth will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Penzance for Falmouth every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 33 km distance in an average of 1 h 15 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Penzance to Falmouth
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Penzance to Falmouth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 33 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
1h 28m Average total duration 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 25m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Penzance to Falmouth train times
The table below shows live departures for Penzance to Falmouth trains for tomorrow, Thursday 18 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:20 Penzance | 1h00 | 05:20 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:10 Penzance | 1h25 | 09:35 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:20 Penzance | 1h15 | 10:35 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:50 Penzance | 1h15 | 11:05 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:15 Penzance | 1h20 | 12:35 Falmouth | 0 changesdirect |
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Compare prices and tickets Penzance to Falmouth by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Penzance to Falmouth
Trains from Penzance to Falmouth run on average 5 times per day, taking around 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 33 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 33 km |
Average train duration 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 05:15 |
Last train 23:28 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Penzance to Falmouth trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Penzance and Falmouth from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Penzance to Falmouth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Penzance to Falmouth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Falmouth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Penzance and Falmouth
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:05 - 20:10 Saturday 06:15 - 18:10 Sunday 08:45 - 17:30
- Car Park: Winter Prices
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platforms. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Shoreline bed and breakfast by the sea
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: The Bus Station adjacent to the station
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step free Category B2 station - “Some step-free access to all platforms.” This station has step free access to the platform although access to the platform is via a long steep ramp. Due to narrow platforms, wheelchair users cannot alight or board the train from this station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: No
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: On the main road at the side of the station by the bridge where the bus stop is
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station car park
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access note: Step Free Category B1 station. This station has step free access to the platform. This is via a ramp from the car park. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Penmere Hill. Taxis can get to the Station.
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